sensational /sɛnˈseɪʃənəl/ adjective4 •Of or pertaining to sensation.sensational nerves •Exceptionally great.Young Dutch keeper Tim Krul saw his value rocket up with a sensational display. — 2011 •Provoking a reaction of interest or excitement.The standard ranges from runs that are almost sensational in the speed and brilliance of the work to the ultra-mediocre. — 1959 •Piquing or arousing the senses. formsmore sensational · most sensational